Blue Owl short interest reaches record high amid sector woes

Short interest in Blue Owl Capital hit a record 14.1% as the private credit sector faces liquidity concerns. Shares have fallen 30% this year amid redemption halts.

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Short sellers have significantly increased their positions against Blue Owl Capital Inc., driving short interest to record levels as the private credit sector grapples with mounting concerns over liquidity and credit quality. Data from Ortex indicates that approximately 14.1% of the firm's free float shares are currently shorted, an increase from 12.5% just two weeks ago.

The Blue Owl Capital logo is seen on an office building in midtown Manhattan, New York, on February 24, 2026. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
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